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Donald K. Swearer

Auteur van The Buddhist World of Southeast Asia

20+ Werken 228 Leden 2 Besprekingen

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Donald K. Swearer is Distinguished Visiting Professor of Buddhist Studies and Director of the Center for the Study of World Religions at the Harvard Divinity School. He is the author or editor of several books, including Becoming the Buddha: The Ritual of Image Consecration in Thailand.

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This book explains what the renewed interest in monasticism might mean for the future of religion and religious ethics in the modern world. The work shows the intersection of contemplation and action that comes when monastics begin to see the world differently and then face their obligation to it.
 
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PendleHillLibrary | Nov 2, 2023 |
This book should meet a variety of needs. It covers classical meditation, touches on Zen meditation and has selections from the "Vimuttimagga". There are commentaries on meditation manuals. The book also offers interpretations of the nature of Zen training and the practice of mindful awareness by two young priest, accomplished in the Buddhist traditions of Southeast and East Asia.
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hermit | Aug 22, 2007 |

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20
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228
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#98,697
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½ 3.7
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2
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34

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